Millet

Millet is a gluten-free grain — technically a seed — but used as a grain.

The most popular variety found in stores is yellow although in nature millet is found to be red, white, grey, and yellow. Millet is typically used in bird feed, but there’s no need to keep this nutrient dense just for the birds — it’s fantastic for our health as well.

How to Use:

You can use millet just as you would any other grain. It’s great for a side dish, used as the based of a meal topped with your favorite stir-fry veggies, roasted vegetables or proteins, and topped on large salads for a boost in carbohydrates, fiber, and plant-based protein. Another great way to enjoy millet is by blending and creating a “mashed” texture similar to mashed potatoes. Millet is also great in a sweet variation in a morning porridge —simply add cinnamon, maple syrup, and almond milk with berries.